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Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 105 - July Diaz - Fatal FarmYou may know todays guest as the Sass King, The Improv King or simply Stone Cold July Diaz, but we know him as our good time bud. We talk to July about The SGV, Lion King, Pro Wrestling, Dueling Tv's, Rugrats, Ahh Real Monsters, Hey Arnold, West Coast Hip Hop, Action Movies, Chris Farley, Blink, Funkos, Wu-Tang, The Rock, Watchmen, Grease, Peewee, Halloweentown, X-Men, Airbud, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and the hidden charm of Fatal Farm. Follow July @julyisthefuture, listen to his pods, go see Menudo, and that's the bottom line.
2025-06-271h 14Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 104 - Nolan Purvis - Joe Pera Talks with YouToday we are thrilled to be joined by LA's premiere comedy detective, the wonderful Nolan Purvis. We walk to Nolan about North Carolina, TBS, Smallville, DC Talk, The Books, Alf, Jim Henson, Primetime, PTA, Peter Falk, Bond Villains, Graphic Novels, The Music Man, Network, Altman Movies, Star Trek, Cowboy Bebop, Cat Stevens, Suits, and the dulcet tones of Joe Pera Talks with You. Follow Nolan @nolanpurvis, Go see him at UCB with Cemetery Freaks, and good work out there gumshoes.
2025-06-231h 06Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 103 - Joey Greer - Mystery Science Theater 3000This week we Chomp with one of the sweetest boys in all of LA, Mr. Wonderful himself Joey Greer. We talk to Joey about Miama, Disney, Real Sex, Conan, Arthur, TGIF, Little Caesars, Are You Afraid of the Dark, Scooby Doo, Nickelback, Urban Outfitters, Absurdity, Peep Show, John Carpenter, Ghosts, The Beach, Miami Vice, Hobbs and the subtle comfort of Mystery Science Theater 3000. Follow Joey @godblessjoeygreer, go see him perform whenever you can, and get goofy out there.
2025-06-161h 19Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 102 - Chris Duffy - The Great British Bake OffOur guest this week can turn any pod from a Soggy Bottom to a Show Stopper, it's the one and only Chris Duffy. We talk to Chris about growing up in New York City, Tub Calls, Jimmy Stewart, Kissing TV's, Hitchcock, Weird Al, Shania Twain, The Titanic Soundtrack, Swap Swaps, Nora Ephron, Showing Up, Alone, Charlie Kaufman, Walle, Jack Black, Sarah Kay, Raccacoonie and the sweet treat that is The Great British Bake Off. Listen to Chris' podcast How To Be a Better Human, go see Wrong Answers Only June 17 at the Dynasty Typewriter at 8:30pm, and be nice...2025-06-121h 15Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 101 - Raiza Licea - Gossip GirlThis Narrator doesn't need to tell this week's guest that in this town, you're nobody until you're Chomped about. Our guest this week is the one and only, Raiza Licea. We talk to Raiza about The 305, Basketball, Nepo Babies, Kobe, Waterbeds, Tales from the Crypt, Enrique, Wednesday Adams, Devon Sawa, Brandy, Amanda Bynes, Private Practice, A League of their Own, Gatsby Parties, Fish, Wicker Park, Dream Bio Pics, Wild Thing, Coleman Domingo lewks, Golden Girls, JTT and the siren songs of Gossip Girl. Follow Raiza @raizalicea, go see her perform whenever you have the chance to, and as always...2025-06-091h 17Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 100 - Chompin's 100th episode with Sophie and JessIt's out 100th episode and Sophie and Jess are celebrating by covering a range of topics. Topics that include Mount Rushmores, Time Capsules, Desert Island Content, Media Family Trees, Holiday Movies, and some of our favorite memories from the past 100 episodes. Thank you for everyone who has listened to the show, done the show or just said a nice word about it. Here's to 100 more!
2025-06-0250 minChompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 99 - Danielle Shvartsman - Bratz: The MovieYou might know this week's guest from her passion for fashion or just from being a funny cool person, either way we're Chompin' with Danielle Shvartsman. We talk to Danielle about The Valley, Escrow, Survivor, SNL, My Cousin Vinny, X-Tina, Danity Kane, Star Wars, Strawberry Shortcake, The Jo Bros, Jane Lynch, Movie Parents, The Princess Diaries, Below Deck, Cults, She's the Man, Growing Pains, and the stone cold classic that is Bratz: The Movie. Follow Danielle @stanleytushi, go see Cemetery Freaks at UCB, Like Comedy or Whatever at The Goodnite, and go find your Bratz.
2025-05-261h 24Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 98 - Sophia Ortega - MatildaIf you are good then life is good, and if Sophia Ortega is on your podcast then your podcast is good. We talk to Sophia about Cold Spring, VHS Players, I Love Lucy, Cozy Shows, Library Content, Nurse Jackie, Toby Shimin, Coachella Dreams, Mod Podge, Ryan Gosling, Jack Nicholson phases, David Sedaris, Miranda July, Bob Fosse, The Other Two, Marie Antoinette, Stars Hollow, Past Lives, Beethoven and the enduring legacy of Matilda. Go read Sophia's work at sophiaortegawrites.com and always eat the cake.
2025-05-221h 25Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 97 - Shakira Ja'nai Paye - Set It OffThe stars have aligned this week because we are Chompin' with one of our favs, Shakira Ja'nai Paye. We talk to Shakira about Baltimore, Co-Star, Dragonball Z, Music Videos, Avril, Titanic, Grease, Dirty Dancing, Sparkle, Movie Theaters, Marge Simpson, Now That's What I Call Music, Jessica Simpson, August Wilson, True Blood, Requiem for a Dream, Ryan Coogler, Fat Daddy, We Own This City, Lil' Romeo, and the 90's classic Set It Off. Follow Shakira @shakirapaye, listen to I'm Kinda That Witch Pod, Go see Cemetery Freaks at UCB, and don't go for the vault.
2025-05-191h 12Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 96 - Cigi Farmer - The Money PitThis week's episode is like having red beans for dinner, cause we're Chompin' with our friend Cigi Farmer. We talk about Campbellsville Kentucky, Cows, Town, Head Over Heels, Adam Sandler, Eminem, TGIF, Sabrina, John Mayer, ET, Stephanie Weir, Melissa McCarthy, Girls, Pen15, Paddington, The Kardashians, Severance, Good Burger, Knots Landing, The Sandlot, Jessica Alba and The Money Pit. Follow Cigi @cigi_farmer, Go to Skintag Mic at Nicos, and get your butts to town!
2025-05-121h 10Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 95 - Rachel Troy - The CraftThis week we are light as a feather, stiff as a board, and thrilled as hell to be Chompin' with our friend Rachel Troy. We talk to Rachel about Woodstock, Baywatch, Laser Disks, Dish Network, Spice World, The Dinosaurs, Singled Out, Wish Upon A Star, Ashanti, Ani DiFranco, Carson Daly, Garden State, Diane Keaton, Movie Dogs, Mel ROBBINS, Carrie Bradshaw, Interstellar, TV Dinners, Toy Story and the magic of The Craft. Follow Rachel @racheloftroy, Go see Baby at The Elysian May 16th & 18th, and find your Coven.
2025-05-081h 15Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 94 - Rekha Shankar - FrasierOur guest this week DOES know what to do with those tossed salads and scrambled eggs, we're Chompin with the wonderful Rekha Shankar. We talk to Rekha about Philadelphia, TV Land, New Happy Days, Harry and The Potters, The Return of Jafar, Sleep Shirts, Magazines, Beanie Babies, Jerry Seinfeld, Skeeter, Britney, Mrs. Doubtfire, The Farewell, Top Chef, David Hyde Pierce, The Rugrats, Sex and the City, Lindsay Weir-Core, Rocky, and the lessons learned from Frasier. Follow Rekha @rekha_s, Donate to her kickstarter at rekhamovie.com, and remember, he's listening.
2025-05-051h 28Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 93 - Eli Gonzalez - RuPaul's Drag Race Season 9If you don't love this week's guest then how in the hell are you gonna love anyone else. That's right we're talking to and about party girl supreme Eli Gonzalez. We talk to Eli about Los Angeles, Commercial Acting, I Love Lucy, Mr. Smithers, Sábado Gigante, La India María, Captain Planet, Tarzan, Oscar Wilde, Avatar the Last Airbender, The Parent Trap, For Your Consideration, Survivor, Gabby Windey, She's All That, Shira Richman, Clueless, JTT and the pure perfection that is Rupaul's Drag Race Season 9. Follow Eli @eli_gonzzz, go see him perform anytime you can, and get ou...2025-04-281h 23Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 92 - Danny Helms - San Francisco - Judy GarlandOur guest this week is here to give us a little razzle dazzle, it's the one, the only Danny Helms. We talk to Danny about San Diego, Charmed, Gilmore Girls, Lizzy Mcguire, House, Kathy Bates, Blink 182, Goblins vs. Ghouls, The Leftovers, The Sopranos, Jimmy Stewart, Jersey Shore, The Simple Life, Danny Devito, Anne Hatheway, Lady and the Tramp, Jessica Rabbit, and the sweet serenade of Judy Garland's San Francisco. Follow Danny at @dannydevitoiluvyourwork, go see him perform when you can, and get out there and sing.
2025-04-211h 11Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 91 - Jesse Kendall - It's What's InsideThis week we are talking to the bubble man himself, the wonderful Jesse Kendall. We talk about Maryland, Fondant, South Park, Murder She Wrote, Kelly Clarkson, Best in Show, Jack Johnson, Hocus Pocus, Three Ninjas, Little Giants, Hamsters, Ben Stiller, Les Mis, Doody, Adaptation, Hook, Below Deck, Wonka, Joseph Bennett, Uncle Jesse, 500 Days of Summer, Any Given Sunday, Search Party, Nepo Dogs, and the hidden gem that is It's What's Inside. Follow Jesse @jesse_kendall, go see him perform when you can, watch all of his stuff right now, and go make some stuff!
2025-04-171h 28Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 90 - Ryan Asher - Bridget Jones's DiaryThis week listen as if the Queen is coming, cause in many ways....she is. That's right, we're Chompin' with our friend (The Queen) Ryan Asher. We cover all things Virginia, Slick Willy, Annie, West Side Story, TGIF, Snick, Dcoms, Saved By The Bell, The Simpsons, Face Blindness, DMB, Coyote Ugly, Doritos Girls, Sea Creatures, Bob Marley, Big Swiss, A Court of Thorns and Roses, Sandlot, Celebrity Birthday Twins, Harlan Coben, Boston Rob, Paul T. Goldman, Natalia Grace, Mike White, Rupi Kaur, Garfield, Leo and the beauty and the wonder of Bridget Jones's Diary. Follow Ryan @reen_machine, go...2025-04-141h 33Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 89 - Kim Cohen - Sister Act 2: Back in the HabitThis week we are joined by our wonderful and talented friend Kim Cohen. We talk to Kim about Naperville, Law & Order, Music Videos, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Degrassi, Fresh Prince, Brandy, American Idol, Nicki Minaj, Circle Beds, Magazines, Jumanji, Karate Movies, Cynthia Erivo, Fleabag Season 2, Interstellar, DDL, Magic Houses, The Matilda Cake, Kim Possible, Dream Girls, The Bulls, Layers, The Fifth Element, Simba, and the warm embrace that is Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. Follow Kim @ktheuniverse, watch her stuff and remember Just Call Kim.
2025-04-071h 09Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 88 - Heather Alarcón Higginbotham - Perfect DaysToday we're talking Perfect Days with a Perfect Guest, the wonderful Heather Alarcón Higginbotham. We talk to Heather about Miami (305 Til I Die), Beach, Boats, Wes Craven, Scream, 98 Degrees, Got Milk Ads, Ceiling Posters, Britney, Ever After, LOTR, Andoe, Pen15, The Thing, The King of Kong, Viggo, Goo Guys, 28 Days Later, Mary Oliver, Mr. Worldwide, The Robin Hood Fox and the simple perfection that is Perfect Days. Follow Heather @higgasorous, Go see Feliz Hour THIS Friday (April 4, 5:30, UCB), and Look Up!
2025-04-031h 18Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 87 - Kat Toledo - This Jungian LifeAs the old saying goes, "Thinking is difficult, podcasting with Kat Toledo is not." We talk to Kat about growing up in Queens and Miami, Breezeways, Goldfish, Green Apples, Duck Tales, Golden Girls, Demi, Cypress Hill, Wu-Tang, TLC, Ants, Jon Waters, Psychic TV, Alan Moore, Danny McBride, Absolutely Fabulous, Abel Ferrara, Frasier, Cool Runnings, Pablo Neruda, Tetris, and the This Jungian Life podcast. Follow Kat @kat_toledo, go see her perform all around LA, and remember in all chaos there is a cosmos, in all disorder a secret order.
2025-03-311h 05Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 86 - Annie Brennen - The DressmakerThis week's ep is filled with mystery, intrigue, high fashion and our wonderful guest Annie Brennan. We talk to Annie about growing up in Baltimore County, Dick Van Dyke, Monty Python, Bewitched, The Real Housewives of D.C., Hillary Duff, Dawson's Creek, Green Day, 90's aesthetic, The Nanny, Must See TV, Mad Men, Boston Rob, Lindsay Lohan, Josh Hartnett, Avril, Amanda Bynes, Octavia Butler, Willem Dafoe, Sailor Moon, John Keats, John Waters, Archie Comics and the captivating nature of The Dressmaker. Follow Annie @anniebrennen, watch her stuff at anniebrennen.com, and find the dressmaker inside of YOU.
2025-03-241h 15Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 85 - Ithamar Enriquez - The Muppets Take ManhattanThis week we are forgetting the map, rolling down the windows, and Chompin' with the wildly talented Ithamar Enriquez. We talk to Ithamar about El Paso, Peewee Herman, Scrooged, Dynasty, Hunter, Macho Man Randy Savage, Paul McCartney, Mac the Knife, Pennywise, Planet Hollywood, Harold and Maude, Taylor Jenkins Reid, The Sandlot and the pure joy that is The Muppets Take Manhattan. Follow Ithamar @ithamarenriquez, Go see his show Ithamar Has Nothing To Say (Monday, 3/24, The Elysian, 7:30) and go put on a show!
2025-03-201h 16Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 84 - Madison Lanesey - Center StageOn this week's Chompin' we go there, cause we are talking to our friend Madison Lanesey. We talk to Madison about growing up in Ohio & Missouri, Twin Peaks, Degrassi, Tim Burton, The Star Wars Prequels, The Deep Sea, Twister, Cold Play, Madeline, Anagrams, Les Mis, Over the Garden Wall, Brandy Glanville, Boston Rob, Lin Manuel, The Pirates Score, Chaz Dean, DragonVale, Totoro, Sandy Cohen and the beauty and the heartbreak that is Center Stage. Follow Madison @lanes100, keep an eye out for her new movie I Really Love My Husband, and please, Go There.2025-03-171h 26Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 83 - Sydney Battle - Addams Family ValuesCara Mia! It's Sydney Battle Day on Chompin'! We talk to Sydney about Northern Virginia (The DMV), Hot Dogs, Seven, The Green Mile, Charlie's Angels, Dragon Tales, Panic at the Disco, Legolas, Tom Jones, Accent Walls, What's Eating Gilbert Grape, LOTR, Michaela Coel, Homicide: Life on the Streets, Mel Brooks, Christopher Abbott, Spy Kids, Uptown Girls, Fergie, Glory Road, Tekken, Balto and the perfection of Addams Family Values. Follow Sydney @sydbattle, go see her perform on Betty Night at UCB Franklin, and lets all tap into our inner Morticia and Gomez. 2025-03-131h 11Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 82 - Chikodili Agwuna - Hey Arnold!Bonjour Ya'll, it's Chikodili Agwuna Day here on Chompin'! We talk to Chik about Columbia, Maryland, MTV Reality Shows, Legally Blonde, Lamb, Shondaland Thursdays, I5, Alicia Keys, Judy Funny, Are You The One (the gay season), Stick It, Queen Latifah, Being Good, Harriet the Spy, The Lion King, Steven Universe, Bring It On Again, Zelda, Kiera Knightley, Twilight, While You Were Sleeping and the warm hug that is Hey Arnold! Follow Chik @chikiguna, see them, book them, and be nice to the Helgas out there.
2025-03-101h 22Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 81 - Jonathan Braylock - I, RobotThe year is 2025, the world is overrun with podcasts, and only one guest can show us the true way forward, his name is Jonathan Braylock. We talk to Jonathan about Rutherford New Jersey, New York, The Simpsons, Mad TV, Will Smith, Star Trek, Weird Al, Blade, Uncle Sam Lamps, Key and Peele, Dune, Tony Shaloub, David E. Kelley, The Matrix, Love Island UK, Jurassic Park, Turkish Delight, Pixar, Lady Marmalade, Jessica Alba and the prescient nature of I, Robot. Follow Jonathan @jonbraylock, go see him perform around LA, and be wary of robots.
2025-03-031h 12Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 80 - Jim Uhler - EnchantedShikki Likki everybody, it's Jim Uhler Day today, both in his Chompin' debut and his actual birthday (*Meaning tomorrow of course, 2/28)! We talk to Jimmy about Garden Grove, Skating, Bewitched, I Love Lucy, Mr. Wishbone, Bruce Lee, The Beverly Hillbillies, Led Zeppelin, The Flintsones, Gidget, The Greatest Showman, Shark Tank, Liar Liar, Young and the Restless, Billy Idol, Planet Earth, Avatar, Hummingbirds, Pac-Man and living his own version of Enchanted. Follow Jim @jimuhler, wish him a happy birthday TOMORROW, and pick up a pretty rock today in his honor.
2025-02-2759 minChompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 79 - Linzy Beltran - DrumlineThis week is all about the idea of One Pod, One Sound, cause we're talking to our friend Linzy Beltran. We talk to Linzy about Houston, Sabado Gigante, Mr. Bean, PBS, Lost Season 3, Dr. House, Novellas, Height Ordered Concerts, Sufjan Stevens, The Bowl, Sound of Music, Phone Booth, Shakira, Nathan Lane, Solito, Chimp Crazy, Bad Bunny, 30 for 30 and the philosophy of Drumline. Follow Linzy @linzybeltran, go see them perform all around LA, and learn your sheet music...or don't.
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Wellness With DelaneyEp. 20 Discovering Your Purpose with Sophie GriotSophie Griot, founder of Drift Creative Co, dives into how to find your purpose and live it out amidst a hustle and grind culture. Learn tips for finding WHAT you're calling is, how to achieve it, how to prevent burnout, and even what it looks like to set boundaries around social media for mental health. Learn more about Drift Creative Co at https://driftcreativeco.com/Good To Great book: https://a.co/d/j0SlPTf Save 20% on Veracity with DELANEY20: https://www.veracityselfcare.com/DELANEY20 use DELANEY for 10% o...2025-02-1957 minChompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 78 - Danny Sellers - VicelandOur guest this week can make you laugh, makeover your home and run the Annexation of Puerto Rico, it's the one and only Danny Sellers. We talk to Danny about growing up in Cincinnati and Jacksonville, Sports, Wicked, LeBron following in his footsteps, Extreme Makeovers, Outside Kids, Little Giants, Friday Night Lights, Moana, Warhol, Anora, Jersey Shore, The Last Dance, The Idol, Kendrick, Danielle Williams, Airborne, Topanga and Viceland. Follow Danny @seesellers, go see him perform if you are in New York, and go outside!!!
2025-02-171h 09Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 77 - Chelsea Morgan - Smiley FaceIt's not everyday you get to Chomp with a real deal legend, so consider us #blessed to be joined by Chelsea Morgan. We talk to Chelsea about Fresno, Married with Children, The Mighty Ducks, Hannah Montana, Animorphs, The Exorcism of Emily Rose, Tomboys, Growing Pains, Matilda, Into the Woods, Sharon Horgan, Molly Shannon, Accapella, Skippo, and the joy of Smiley Face. Follow Chelsea on ig @dootiecream, TikTok @_dootiecream, go see her perform whenever you can, and go have a lil fun out there.
2025-02-131h 09Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 76 - Aly Dixon - Bed of RosesThis week fall in love all over again simply by listening to the siren sounds of Aly Dixon. We talk to Aly about Boston, DDR, SVU, Undressed, Family Feud, The Dangers of Tom Petty, The Safety of Warped Tour, Gilmore Girls, Day Beds, Topanga, Veronica Mars, Intervention, Tweety, The OC, Frogs, Devon Sawa, and the enduring personal legacy of Bed of Roses. Follow Aly @aly__dixon, go see her live and wish her a big old HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!
2025-02-101h 12Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 75 - Chompin' One Year Anniversary Show with Sophie and JessIt's been a full year since Chompin' entered this world and as is customary we must celebrate her in all of her glory and splendor. Jess and Sophie sit down in this guest-less ep to talk about the upcoming Oscar race, go over the stamp of approval answers they gave last year to see how much they've changed/stayed exactly the same, and answer some questions from our Chompin' fam. Thank you all for listening and being nice about the pod this past year. We couldn't have done it with out you, like truly imagine how sad that would...2025-02-071h 21Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 74 - Monica Loomba - DuneYou may know today's guest as the sleepover queen of Orinda, but we know her as our friend Monica Loomba. We talk to Monica about The Bay, Flubber, The English Patient, Julia, La Femme Nikita, Shel Silverstein, Sleep Over Culture, Adam Sandler, Macy Gray, Genius Envy, Stomp, The Sopranos, Wes Anderson, Ben Stiller, Mystic Pizza, Chocolat, Stumble Upon, eBaum's World and all things Dune. Follow Monica @monicaloomba_, listen to @rivals_show, and lets all just cherish Monica.
2025-02-031h 19Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 73 - Sanjay Rao - David ChiangToday is a great day, mainly because we are Chompin' with our buddy Sanjay Rao. We talk to Sanjay about Houston, Clear Lake, Nasa, Nick at Nite, Snick, TNBC, USA High, Planet of the Apes, Rocky, Conan, Looney Tunes, George Saunders, Gladiator, Jersey Shore, Jeff Daniels, PTA, Hit Man, Geico Parents, Remember the Titans, Beyonce, Jodi Foster and all things Ted Chiang. Follow Sanjay @sanjaykrao_ , go see him perform whenever you can, and lets make nice robots.
2025-01-301h 13Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 72 - Lindsey Mallard - The World According to Jeff GoldblumWe are tickled pink to be joined today with one of our absolute favs, the wonderful Lindsey Mallard. We talk to Lindsey about Missouri, The Land Before Time, Dateline, Only You, Son in Law, Steve Winwood, NKONTB, Cheerleading, Bill Clinton, Jim Carrey, Jennifer Knapp, Sister Wives, The Boxcar Children, Shrimp Cocktails, Imogen Heep, Dr. Pepper, Michael Jordan, Wheel of Fortune, and the majesty that is Jeff Goldbloom. Follow Lindsey @lindsey.mallard, Go see I'm a Good Person (Monday 2/3, UCB, 5:30) and go explore the world out there.
2025-01-271h 10Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 71 - Oscar Montoya - EurovisionWe're joined today by a bonafide star, the one and only Oscar Montoya. We talk to Oscar about Columbia, My So Called Life, VH1, Baywatch Nights, Hanson, Psycho Beach Party, Hellzapoppin', America's Next Top Model, John Waters The Blue Ranger, The Flintstones Movie, Donkey Kong and all things Eurovision. Follow Oscar @ozzymo, go see him perform whenever you can and take care of each other out there.
2025-01-231h 21Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 70 - Kelly Choi - The Devil Wears PradaWe love our guest, we love our guest, we love our guest..cause this week our guest is Kelly Choi! We talk to Kelly about Fayetteville, Local Culture, Dance, DVR Life, Hello Kitty, Mulan, Stuck in the Suburbs, Tarantino, Justin Timberlake, Kiki's Delivery Service, One Tree Hill, Luca, Succession, Challengers, Giggly Squad, John Mulaney, Laguna Beach, Vulpix, Top Dogs, and the cinematic masterpiece that is The Devil Wears Prada. Follow Kelly @kellchoi and if you see her around today wish her a happy birthday!
2025-01-201h 11Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 69 - Nora Mae - The Emperor's New GroovePull the lever, Kronk, cause we got our friend Nora Mae on the pod! We talk to Nora about growing up in New York and Connecticut, Her Grandma the great Eartha Kitt, Miley, Gilmore Girls, 24, The Jets vs. The Giants, Mia Wallace, Ru, That's So Raven, 10 Things I Hate About You, Attics, Finding Nemo, Friday Night Lights, Delacey, Free Willy, and all things The Emperor's New Groove. Follow Nora on Instagram and TikTok @noramaeofficial, Listen to her music on Spotify/Apple Music/Wherever you find Music, and be safe out there!
2025-01-1657 minChompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 68 - Bente Engelstoft - The Rocky Horror Picture ShowJANET! BRAD! BENTE ENGELSTOFT! That's right, we talk this week to our friend Bente about all things Houston, Maps and Globes, South Park, The Simpsons, Tina Turner, Jennifer Paige, Barbara Bush, JTT, The Baby Sitter's Club, Robin Williams, Housewives, Cult Docs, Reba, Dogs, Macaulay Culkin, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Follow Bente @benteingrid, see them perform whenever you can, and go be a lil freak out there.
2025-01-061h 20Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 67 - Lucy Grebin - SoapdishThis week we are thrilled to talk to "HER! America's Sweetheart!!!" Lucy Grebin. We talk to Lucy about Short Hills, New Jersey, Neighbor Life, John Hughes, Family Bands, Judy Garland, John Mulaney, Avril, Facebook Groups, Grease, Girls, RHONY, Chris Kelly, Willem Dafoe, Carrie Bradshaw, The DCC, Chris Messina, Joni Mitchell, Dirty Dancing, Diners, and Soapdish. Follow Lucy @lucygrebin & third.base.comedy, go see her do stand-up whenever you can and go to a diner.
2024-12-301h 22Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 66 - David Danipour - GremlinsThere are three rules to follow when listening to this episode: Don't get it wet (like your phone), don't listen to it after midnight, and you must cherish David Danipour! We talk to David about Guatemala, North Hollywood, He-man, The Flintstones, The Jetsons, Spaghetti Westerns, The 3 Stooges, Cake, Mosh Pits, V for Vendetta, Wes Anderson, La La Land, Groundhog Day, It's A Wonderful Life, Deion Sanders, The Box, Erin Brockovich, and all things Gremlins. Follow David @daviddanipour, go see him play at UCB, and hit that linktree!
2024-12-261h 06Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 65 - Annie Paradis - The Polar Bear KingGather round and let us tell you a tale of The Polar Bear Queen, her name is Annie Paradis. We talk to Annie about Virginia, Base, Avatar, Donnie Darko, Mary Poppins, Irish Culture, My Date with the Presidents Daughter, Wish Upon a Star, DMB, Getting Discovered, Brigadoon, It's Complicated, David Bowie, and the truly hidden holiday classic The Polar Bear King. Follow Annie @annieparadisfanaccount, go see her shows whenever you can, and go get discovered.
2024-12-231h 16Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 64 - Damon Royster - The Good Wife FranchiseOur guest this week knows a thing or two about being pop-u-lar, you know him, you love him, it's Damon Royster. We talk to Damon about growing up in Lombard, Chicago Traffic, Britney, Ally McBeal, Ashanti, Robin, Tiny Toons, The Boondocks, Slow Horses, Housewives, Salem, The Goonies, Taylor Mali, Laura Croft, The Bear, Buffy, and the ins and outs of the Good Wife extended universe. Follow Damon @blkchandler, get ready for @surgeons_short, and get our there and fight The Good Fight.
2024-12-161h 13Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 63 - Brendan Scannell - The BirdcageToday we have the honor and the privilege of Chompin' with the Valpo Kid, Brendan Scannell. We talk to Brendan about Valparaiso, Permanent Time, DVR Culture, Trundle Beds, Chicago Sports, South Side Parishes, Shipwrecks, Barnes & Noble, Notes on a Scandal, Emma Stone Origins, Ken Burns, Shrimp Cocktails, Angels in the Outfield and the all things The Birdcage. Follow Brendan on IG @bscan, TikTok@brendanscannell, go see him perform whenever you are lucky enough to do so, and Pod Up!
2024-12-121h 16Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 62 - Camirin Farmer - PopcornOur guest this week will have you saying (and feeling) giggle, and that is because our guest is Camirin Farmer. We talk to Cam about Pasadena, Daria, Stars, Avril Lavigne, Conspiracy Theories, Brides, Anthropologie, My Chemical Romance, Lucille Ball, Gone Girl, Barbra Streisand, Ink Master, Jacob Elordi, Indigo Girls, Shakira and the joy that is the webseries Popcorn. Follow Cam @camirinfarmer, book a reading with them, see them perform whenever you can, and get out there and giggle.
2024-12-091h 15Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 61 - Agnes Marie Walker - The Bridges of Madison CountyOur guest this week is not only an absolute dream incredibly funny, smart and cool, but she's also Jess' grandma. We're talking of course about the one and only, Agnes Marie Walker, aka Aggie. Along with special guest Ken Meyer, we talk to Aggie about St. Louis, Howdy Doody, Wrestling, Walter Cronkite, Santana, Crafting, Gone With the Wind, Wicked, The Notebook, Popcorn Prices, The Marlboro Man, Ozark, Elephants and The Bridges of Madison County. Enjoy the wonder that is Aggie, and if you would like to order one of her custom woven baskets, we'll see if she can take...2024-12-0556 minChompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 60 - Rachel Autumn - ElfAs the saying goes, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is by listening to a podcast with Rachel Autumn loud enough for all to hear. We talk to Rachel about Baltimore, Bathroom TVs, Supermarket Sweep, Destiny's Child, Tina Turner, Minnie Mouse, Pretty Ricky, Rap Snacks, The Proud Family, The Greatest Night in Pop History, Old Spice, Crazy Taxi, Monk and the seasonal delight that is Elf. Follow Rachel @rachelautumn_, listen to her wisdom, and go cram 11 cookies into a VCR.
2024-12-021h 14Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 59 - Matt Kazman - Igby Goes DownThis week we are thrilled to be joined by our friend to the North, Ultradude182 himself, Matt Kazman. We talk to Matt about Toronto, SCTV, Whose Line Is It Anyway, South Park, Speed 2: Cruise Control, Squid and the Whale, Side Ways, John Cameron Mitchell, Mike White, Blink, Tim Horton, Seth Cohen, Wet Hot, Saltburn, Spider-Man: Turn off the Dark, Force Majeure, Paul Mazursky, Kiki Dunst and coming of age with Igby Goes Down. Follow Matt at @kattmazman, watch his stuff and don't be a phony.
2024-11-251h 13Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 58 - Tessa Claire Hersh - Chitty Chitty Bang BangThe only phrase to accurately describe this episode is, Toot Sweets, cause we are talking to great Tessa Claire Hersh! We talk to Tessa about Bethesda, Nick at Nite, Baby Story, Lilith Fair, Anthropologie, Rent, Kaos, The Apartment, When Harry Met Sally, Octavia Butler, Casablanca, Paula Abdul, Jessica Rabbit, Dick Van Dyke and the wonder of whimsy of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Follow Tessa @tessandra, www.tessahersh.com, listen to Great Bittish Baking Pod and go be Toot Sweet!2024-11-211h 23Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 57 - Brianna Ahlmark - Tim KeyGet you’re rhyming dictionary out cause this week we're talking poetry with the word shark, Brianna Ahlmark. We talk to Brianna about Raleigh, Camping, Kissing Games, No Country for Old Men, Step Brothers, Country Music, Robin Williams, Andy Kaufman, White Lotus, Ally Pankiw, Food Inc. Josh O’Connor, Zac Efron, and the writing of Tim Key. Follow Brianna @briannaahlmark, go see her perform whenever you can, and go write something down today, anything.
2024-11-181h 04Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 56 - Kyle Chorpening - Ben Folds FiveIt's not every day you get blessed with a guest like Kyle Chorpening, but today is one of those days cause he's on the pod! We talk to Kyle about North Carolina, Circuit City, Murphy Brown, Wild Wild West, Entertainment Weekly, Father John Misty, Avenue Q, Timothy Olyphant, Fast 5, The Challenge, Home Alone Lore, The Boss, Zelda and Ben Folds Five. Follow Kyle @chorps and have a nice lil day out there.
2024-11-141h 15Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 55 - Emily Bolcik - DetroitersTake a seat in the old Chipmunk Lodge, cause its about to get cozy and goofy with our friend Emily Bolcik. We talk to Emily about New Jersey, Singing in the Rain, Mary Kate and Ashley, Lance Bass, Margot Tenenbaum, Simulation Theory, Harriet the Spy, Sharon Horgan, Nic Cage, Internal Choreography, Chopped, How to Save a Life, and the pure joy that is Detroiters. Shoot Emily an email at her address mentioned at the end of the ep if you'd like, and just enjoy an hour or so with our friend. 2024-11-111h 13Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 54 - Sarah Hatheway - The Last UnicornOn this podcast, we believe in unicorns and we champion guests like Sarah Hatheway who share in that belief. We talk to Sarah about being a child of Sammamish, James Bond, Jane Austen, Little Women, Betsy Tacy, Specificity in Halloween, Audrey Hepburn, Redheads in Media, Edith Head, Sofia Coppola, Cary Elwes, Cheese and Bread, Grease 2 and the majesty of The Last Unicorn. Follow Sarah @sarah_hath, read whatever she writes, and believe in Unicorns.
2024-11-041h 25Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 53 - Adri Diaz - ScreamIn honor of Halloween, we said we absolutely must bring in LA's premier scream queen, Adri Diaz. We talk to Adri about being a child of Visalia, Walnuts, Jlo, Arthur, The Simpsons, Hot People in Television, R.J. Helton, 30 Seconds to Mars, Chicken Run, Carrie, Johnny Depp, Gatsby Parties, and finding yourself in Scream. Follow Adri @adrimfdiaz, Listen to @terrortalesofla, Go see @freshfishcomedy and @menudocomedy whenever you can!
2024-10-311h 05Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 52 - Vinny Thomas - Keiko Matsui's Deep BlueThis week's Episode will have you all saying Boots Purr, because Vinny Thomas is here to make trademark-worthy content. We talk to Vinny about Denver, Toothpicks, Brokeback, Denver Pizza, Jeff Corwin, The American Dipper, Ambitious Halloween Costumes, Veep, Getting On, Little Shop, Prince of Egypt, Chimp Crazy, National Geographic, Fosters Home, Planet Zoo, Inspector Gadget and Keiko Matsui's Deep Blue. Follow Vinny @vinn_ayy, go see him perform whenever and BOOK HIM!
2024-10-281h 09Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 51 - Shawn Morones - Purple MountainsSometimes you simply must rock, and no one gets that more than our guest this week, Shawn Morones. We talk to Shawn about Whittier, Garage Tv's, The Dodgers, AFV, Rush, East of Eden, Pet Sounds, Jesus Christ Superstar, Dog Day Afternoon, Oppenheimer, VPR, David Lynch, The Mole, The Simpsons, and the spiritual nature of Purple Mountains. Follow Shawn @hank_sinatra__, Listen to his Album and share it with a friend who might dig it.
2024-10-211h 12Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 50 - Nicole Peltier - Green DayThis episode is sure to be the time of your life, because we're talking to Nicole Peltier! We talk to Nicole about La Crescenta, The Hallmark Channel, Murder She Wrote, Full House, Yes, Bridgerton, Gilmore Girls, School of Rock, Lindsay Lohan, VPR, Fried Chicken, High Fidelity, Apple Commercials, DDR and the power of Green Day. Follow Nico's Wines on instagram @nicos.wines and go hang out a Nico's...like now.
2024-10-1754 minChompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 49 - Kyle Mizono - John WickAsk anyone, "Who is the Baba Yaga of East Side of LA Comedy," and the answer will undoubtedly be, Kyle Mizono. We talk to Kyle about San Francisco, Street Smarts, VHS Culture, Napster, Action Movies, Posh, Jack Black, Celebrity Encounters, Claim to Fame, Mulan, Aspirational Island Life, Mandy Moore, The Sims, and a deep dive into the world of John Wick. Follow Kyle on Instagram @jylemizono and Go see Being Klye Mizono Thursday 10/23 at The Lyric Hyperion!
2024-10-141h 15Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 48 - Top 3 Lady Gaga Moments with Eve LindleyWe're taking a break from our traditional Chompin' format to discuss and uncover Lady Gaga's Top 3 Moments, and we've enlisted the services of our friend Eve Lindley to get to the bottom of it. We'll be back next week with a classic Chomp, but not until we arrive at the top 3 moments from one of our top talents.
2024-10-101h 02Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 47 - George Aivaliotis - Terns by Mary OliverLet's all take a moment to be present, to be awake and to listen to our friend George Aivaliotis. We talk to George about Pittsburgh, being the true Ace Ventura Jr., The Santa Claus, The Spice Girls, The Joker, Britney, Best in Show, Ravenclaw Life, Miyazaki, 8 1/2, Clive Owen, Robin Wall Kimmerer and the meeting point of Mary Oliver's Terns and NTFLX & Drill's Hagrid & Harry. Follow George on IG @grassfedgeorge, go see Soft Animal 10/27 at The Lyric Hyperion, and go look at some birds!
2024-10-071h 18Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 46 - Jubilee White - NorthernlionMembers of the pride, gather round as we learn all about our friend Jubilee White's eclectic tastes. We talk to Jubilee about The OC, Mom TV, MCR, Dark Side of the Moon, Sophie, 100 gecs, Short Concerts, Twin Peaks, Kubrick, The Housewives, Grizzly Man, Joanna Newsom, William Blake, and all things Northernlion. Follow Jubilee on IG @badgaljuju___ , check out @gasstationtelevision, go see Jubilee perform whenever you can, and watch/share/smash our new short Smooth!
2024-10-031h 07Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 45 - Sahana Srinivasan - MuckbangSet the table and pull up a seat, because we have a real meal of an episode this week with our friend Sahana Srinivasan. We talk to Sahana about Texas, Online Curtain Shopping, Dragon Tails, Texas Instruments, Inception, Shark Tale, Big Time Rush, I Think You Should Leave, Slow Zombies, Issa Rae, True Crime, The Barefoot Contessa, Raven-Symoné, Hot Cartoons, and all things Muckbang. Follow Sahana @sahana__srinivasan, watch The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh on Amazon Prime 10/17/24, and go see Sahana perform whenever you can!2024-09-301h 07Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 44 - Sam Walt Jones - Nancy Drew PC Computer GamesWe regret to inform you that there has been a murder in the Chompin studios, and there's only one sleuth smart enough to crack the case, our friend Sam Walt Jones. Join us as we talk to Sam about North Carolina, Theater Kids, True Blood, The White Stripes, The Continental, Arrested Development, Bat Boy, Pans Labyrinth, Toni Collette, Parvarti, Rube Goldberg Machines, Arthur, Movie Candy, Wendy of Wendy's and the hidden wonder of Nancy Drew PC Computer Games. Follow Sam on Instagram @samwaltjones and @brunchafterdarkshoW, Come see Milly After Dark Thursday 9/26 at The Clubhouse, and keep sleuthing out there g...2024-09-231h 22Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 43 - Micky Skurnick - The Barefoot ContessaKick off your shoes, cook up some fries and draw a bath, cause this week we are getting real with our friend Micky Skurnick. We talk to Micky about The OC burb life, Spongebob, Grease, Blink 182, Buffy, Helena Bonham Carter, Winona Ryder, Dogs, Nightmare Before Christmas, Infinite Jest, The Before Trilogy, David Lynch, Adventure Time, Julian Casablancas, The Hollywood Sign, Oscar Wilde, and the warming embrace of Ina Garten. Follow Micky on Instagram @xmickyyyyyy and @gasstationtelevision, go see them perform whenever you are lucky enough to do so, and keep it real.
2024-09-191h 07Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 42 - Sara Ambra - SuperstarOur guest this week picked a fitting topic to discuss because Sara Ambra is a stone-cold SUPERSTAR. We talk to Sara about Miami, Traffic, Reno 911, The Sprouse Bros, Aaron Carter, AFV, Siggys, Big Brother, Spy Kids, Wet Hot, Beyonce, Doechi, Rocket Power, Tony Hawk, Shawn Hunter and the aforementioned Superstar. Follow Sara @saritalinda93, go see them DJ, go see them perform (Specifically at The Good Gays Art Market - 10/5 at Verdugo Bar - https://markitai.com/e/barK8iNO), and just appreciate the wonder that is Sara.
2024-09-161h 03Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 41 - Ru Anderson - Owning ManhattanThis week our grindset is our mindset, cause we are #blessed to be joined by Ru Anderson. We talk to Ru about Philadelphia Network TV, My Wife & Kids, The Tyra Banks Show, Hipster Culture, Twin Shadow, Couples Therapy, Stubs Life, I Saw the TV Glow, Poor Things, Trolls, Poppy, E.E. Cummings, lonelygirl15 and the life changing show, Owning Manhattan. Follow Ru @ru.on.the.web, Go see them perform whenever you can (Especially 9/24 at Nico's Baby Battista) and be kind to people out there.
2024-09-091h 07Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 40 - Elizabeth Andrews - Dance MomsAbby Lee Miller once said, "Everyone's replaceable," but apparently Abby never met our guest this week Elizabeth Andrews. We talk to Elizabeth about Washington, Those Malcolm in the Middle Boys, Floating TV's, Are You Afraid of the Dark, Made, Tila Tequila, Lance Bass, Nala, Anchorman, Sasha Colby, Tarzan, Ketchup, and all things Dance Moms. Follow Elizabeth @itsyourmanager, go see her perform whenever you can, and get out there and dance your little hearts out.
2024-09-051h 07Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 39 - Cecily Breaux - 30 RockOur guest this week once demanded an all-pink dressing room with a live swan, and guess what? They made it happen. Diva life, baby, courtesy of the one and only Cecily Breaux. We talk to Cecily about Texas, Sharpe Energy, Nick at Nite, Jurassic Park, The Origins of Coldplay's Yellow, Avril, Chasing Shrek, Lizards, Chicago, Summer House, The Sims, Julianne Moore, Sza, Milk, Rainforest Cafe, and all things 30 Rock. Follow Cecily on IG @cecilybreaux, Go see her whenever you can, Book her IF you can, and just appreciate the wonder that is Cecily.
2024-09-021h 15Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 38 - Jacquis Neal - The Truman ShowI hereby… proclaim this podcast… Trumania of the Burbank galaxy. That's right, we're joined by our friend Jacquis Neal to talk all things Chicago, Training Day, 90's Bulls, The Price is Right, Tales form the Crypt, Martin, Fresh Prince, All That, Mark Summers, Bugs Bunny, General Hospital, Little Shop of Horrors, The Challenge, August Wilson, Jay Z, Gams Shows, WWE, and yes, The Truman Show. Follow Jacquis @jacquisneal, go see him perform whenever you can, and in case we don't see ya: Good afternoon, good evening and good night.
2024-08-261h 14Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 37 - Nina Kramer - The Moth: The Alpha Wolf - Elizabeth GilbertInside of this episode there are three wolves: Jess, Sophie, and our friend Nina Kramer. We talk to Nina about Night Reading, Jess' Hierarchy of Needs, Friends, Tila Tequila, Christmas Vacation, Elvis, Mr. A-Z, Pen-15, Singing in the Rain, Ty Pennington, Contrapoints, Julia Roberts, and The Moth episode of The Alpha Wolf. Follow Nina @ninakramerr, get in on Greco https://www.getgreco.app/, and watch anything they do!
2024-08-221h 07Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 36 - Eleanor Bray - Vanderpump RulesIt's not about the pasta, it's about this week's guest Eleanor Bray. We talk to Eleanor about Portland, Earthquake Safety, America's Next Top Model, Riptide, Bugs Bunny, System of a Down, The Power of the Villain, Legolas, BBMak, Labyrinth, Dune, Hereditary, Are You the One, Peewee Breakfast, Seth Cohen, Scott Pilgrim vs The World, and the shooting star that was Vanderpump Rules. Follow Eleanor at @hot_cool_yours_eleanor, go see @brunchafterdarkshow, and enjoy the best days of our lives.
2024-08-191h 28Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 35 - Hannah Garcés - Love IslandStep on into Casa Amor, put on your finest bathing suit, and be prepared to have your head turned by our guest, Hannah Garcés. We talk to Hannah about Portland, Unlikely Animal Friends, Fred Meyer, Global Guts, Romeo + Juliet, The Dandy Warhols, Dorothy, Jeff Goldblum's Style, Sabrina, RHONY, The Sex Appeal of Michael Shannon & Phil Jackson, King of the Hill, Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, The Morton Salt Girl, Aladdin, My Space and the sweet escape of Love Island. Follow Hannah @harnargargar, go see her at The Tarot Show (8/15/24, Lyric Hyperion, 9:30) and us at The Milly Mi...2024-08-121h 17Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 34 - Matt Apodaca - Heaven - The Talking HeadsJim Carroll once wrote, "We've just mastered the life of doing nothing, which when you think about it, may be the hardest thing of all to do," and no one understands this quite like our friend Matt Apodaca. We talk to Matt about being SoCal Kid 4 Life, Lego Batman, Blink 182, Becoming Dr. Evil, The Long Beach Ice Dogs, Gameboy Advance, Lost, Perfect Days, Tony Hawk, Weezer, Butterfinger BB's, Jersey Mikes and the life lessons in The Talking Heads song Heaven. Follow Matt @mattapodaca, listen to @getplayedpod, go see him perform whenever you can, and go do nothing today.
2024-08-081h 31Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 33 - Risha Sona - The Princess Diaries 2: Royal EngagementComing to you live from Genovia, we're joined by our friend Risha Sona for the royal podcast event of the season. We talk to Risha about Naperville, The perceived southernness of Montana, The Brothers Sprouse, The All American Rejects, Alexa Chung, Push-up culture, Team Jasper, The DCC, Richard Linklater, Uma Thurman (hey girl hey), Beyonce, Pixel Perfect, The Arctic Monkeys, Glee, Sponge Bob, and the vision board aspirations of The Princess Diaries 2. Follow Risha on Instagram @rsiha and follow/rate/share this ep with the love of your life.
2024-08-051h 23Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 32 - Julia Boyd - AquamarineThis episode is what dreams are made of, cause we get to talk to our friend Julia Boyd! We talk to Julia about Atlanta, Nurse Moms, Hilary Duff, Meredith Blake, The infamous, "It's Totally Raining Teens" Vanity Fair Cover, The Jo Bros, A Little Princess, Summer House, Kasey Musgraves, Smart House, Taylor, Mulan, Jimmy Buffett and plunging the depths with Aquamarine. Follow Julia @julesb2, listen to the D-Girls Podcast, and go see Julia perform whenever you can!
2024-07-291h 23Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 31 - Dan Delaney Sr. - Blow-UpTake a trip in the way back machine with the baddest dog in the pound/Sophie's Dad, Dan Delaney Sr. We talk to Dan about The Chicago Mob, Greasers, The 3 Stooges, Jimi Hendrix, Surfing with the Astronauts, Steve McQueen, Mad Max, Bruce Springsteen, Mamma Mia, One Day, North by Northwest, Nick Cave, New Order, Bleachers, Prince Valiant and finding reality in Blow-Up. Toss my dad a follow @dfdelaney and have a nice lil day out there.
2024-07-251h 26Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 30 - Anna Weis - GreaseThis week's episode will have everyone screaming A Wop Bop a Loo Bop, because we get to talk to our bud, Anna Weis! We talk to Anna about Kansas City, Normal, IL., The Real World, Early Fashion Risks, The Joys of Channel Surfing, Oprah, Elvis, Boys Don't Cry, Amanda Bynes, Girls, Sex and the City, The DCC, Charlie XCX, Bad Boys and the joy of Grease. Follow Anna @annweese and be nice out there.
2024-07-221h 32Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 29 - Jenson Titus - How the Grinch Stole ChristmasYou know it's Christmas in July cause our friend Jenson Titus is here to Chomp the house down! We talk to Jenson about Mariah Carey, Survivor, The ONLY Charlies Angels movie, The dream of being an onset boyfriend, Miyazaki, Celine Dion, The Muppets, Mushrooms, Rocco's Modern Life, What makes a Billionaire, The Alabama Shakes, Stop Signs and the miracle that is How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Follow Jenson @jensontitus and go see him perform whenever you are lucky enough to be able to.
2024-07-151h 22Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 28 - Ryan Chien - Who Framed Roger RabbitHave you ever met a true blue viber? Well, you're about to because our friend Ryan Chien is of that life. We talk to Ryan about Childhood Dentists, Family Guy, Death Metal, Guitar Hero, LA Ink, Poor Things, Mr. Dook, Cool World, Sofie Coppola, Blackfish, the importance of Cake Donuts and finding representation in Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Follow Ryan @porkb3llie and be inspired by the vibe.
2024-07-111h 19Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 27 - Reshma Meister - 4 SongsOur hope is that this episode will make you want to dance, and we are confident that it will because that is the power of Reshma Meister. We talk to Reshma about being a Fresno kid, High School Musical, Middle Children, High School Mischief, Double VHS', The Mummy, National Treasure, Channing Tatum, Fight Club, Rodent Boys, White Lotus, Passion of the Christ, Will Ferrell, Bend it Like Beckham, Michele Lamy, and 4 songs that take her back to a place and time (Por Ti Volare - Andrea Bocelli, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai - Jatin Lalit, Kiss Me - Sixpence None...2024-07-081h 17Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 26 - Lexie Grace - The AssociateWe are blessed, thrilled and honored to be joined this week by our number 1 associate, Lexie Grace. We talk to Lexie about being a Noho Kid, Free Samples, Soap Operas, Sinbad, Brendan Fraser, A Bronx Tale, Decorative Frisbees, The Last 5 Years, Jennifer Westfeldt, Sims, Ms. Honey and the best movie you haven't seen, The Associate. Follow Lexie @smilelexie and more importantly go see her perform whenever you have the chance to do so!
2024-07-011h 13Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 25 - Justin Uhler - 50 First DatesDo you feel like your waking up everyday to a new episode of Chompin' with one of Jess' brothers? Well, you are because today we are thrilled to have a bonus ep with Justin Uhler. We talk to Justin about Dana Point, Survivor, The Food Network, VHS Tapes in Cars, Maddie, The Tarzan Soundtrack, Horror Trash, Below Deck, Courage the Cowardly Dog and the emotional depth of 50 First Dates. Follow Justin @juhler22 and listen/rate/review and follow Chompin' on Apple Pods & Spotify! And as always, tell an Aunt.
2024-06-271h 09Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 24 - Ivan Ngo - BaseballHow could you not be romantic about our guest this week, Ivan Ngo. We talk to Ivan about La Puente, Kane, SpongeBob Art, I Love Lucy, being a Criterion kid, Heat, his ear for poetry, Life Stinks, Wes Anderson, George Lopez, Anjelica Houston, The Dodgers and why he loves Baseball. Follow Ivan on IG @ngoivanngo and see him perform in LA whenever you can!
2024-06-241h 21Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 23 - Sarah Dooley - Mr. BeanThis is the episode that will have everyone wondering, what is MY chicken media. What does that mean? Well, you're gonna have to listen to find out, and only such intrigue could be built by way of a friend like Sarah Dooley. We talk to Sarah about Sara Bareilles, Basement Culture, Billy Elliot, Valpo, JT, Her stint as an only child, Oliver the Musical, X-tina, The VVITCH, The blunt appeal of Gordon Ramsey, Chessy, Poweline, The Soprano's Font and unlocking our inner Mr. Bean. Follow Sarah on instagram @iamsarahdooley and check out her website (https://linktr.ee/sarahdooley) for...2024-06-171h 25Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 22 - Lyndsey Frank - ASMR(Said in a soft and soothing voice) Our guest this week is our effortlessly funny and cool friend, Lyndsey Frank. We talk to them about Beach Trouble, Echo the Dolphin, I Love Lucy, Jim Carrey, Julia Roberts, Superstar, America's King Drew Carey, Sam Rockwell, Lindsay Lohan, Task Master UK, The Haunting, Yayoi Kusama, Casper, Cereal, the power of being a Roller Coaster Tycoon, No Doubt and the healing nature of ASMR & Muckbang videos. Follow Lyndsey on instagram and TikTok @lyndseyisfrank and see them perform at UCB with Lohan, Planet Weird & QT's.
2024-06-101h 21Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 21 - Eve Lindley - Pushing DaisiesThis episode will set to cement the following as fact: the end is in the beginning, The General's Daughter is not a kid's movie, and Eve Lindley is a perfect friend and podcast guest. Join our descent into madness as we talk about Britney, 737's, Sex and The City, Jackee Harry, Back to the Future, Mae West, Taylor, Aspirational Divas, Gingham, Fern Mayo, Little Shop of Horrors, Slumber party movies, Amy, Hot Sluts, George of the Jungle and finding visibility in Pushing Daisies. Follow Eve on instagram @eveclindley, listen to/follow/review Chompin' on Apple Pods and Spotify. and...2024-06-031h 50Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 20 - Dan Delaney - Point BreakUtah, gimme 2....episodes of Chompin' this week. Yes that's right, the little hand says it's time to rock n' roll with our bonus guest Dan Delaney. We talk to Dan about Evanston, Dazed and Confused, Lake Surfing, The OC, Singing in the Rain, Jackass, Movie Store Culture, Mad Men, Swingers, Nancy Meyers Kitchens, Bluey, Bruce Springsteen, Baywatch, his life working in reality TV, and the philosophy of Point Break. Follow Dan on instagram @danfdelaney, listen/follow/review Chompin on Spotify & Apple Pods, and as always...tell an aunt.
2024-05-301h 21Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 19 - Alexander Chard - God Only Knows - The Beach BoysInside of our guest this week there are two wolves: a beach boy and a Teenage basketball phenom...who just so happens to be a wolf. This will all make sense after you listen to our wonderful episode with our bud, Alexander Chard. We talk with Alex about The Simpsons, Cheez TV, Conan O'Brien, Dick Tracy, Teen Wolf, Grease, Fallout, The Never Ending Story, Unsolved Mysteries, and the healing powers of God Only Knows by The Beach Boys. Follow Alex on Instagram and what's left of Twitter/X @alexanderchard and listen/follow/rate/review Chompin' on Apple Pods & Spotify...2024-05-271h 19Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 18 - Ashley - Puppet Master: Axis of Evil/The Simpsons: Lisa Goes GagaScream queens rejoice because Ashley is Chompin' this week and she's looking to freak you out. We talk Minneapolis, Milking Cows, South Park, Taxicab Confessions, Prince, Claim to Fame, Candy Man the Sur Menu, Thick Thighed TikTokers and where Puppet Master: Axis of Evil and The Simpsons episode Lisa Goes Gaga meet. Follow Ashley on Instagram @satansblackgirlfriend and listen to Chompin' on Spotify & Apple Pods.
2024-05-201h 20Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 17 - Leah Henoch - You've Got MailWE'VE got a huge episode this week with our wonderful friend, Leah Henoch. We talk about Lexington, Ghostwriter, Pepper Ann, Magazine Culture, Zorro, Little Women, The infamous Boston Citgo sign, Freddie Prinze Jr., Buy Nothing, I'll Be Home for Christmas and the melancholy whimsy of You've Got Mail. You can follow Leah on Instagram @leahhenoch and @resinbyleah and listen/follow/rate Chompin on Spotify & Apple Pods.
2024-05-131h 12Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 16 - Matt Porter - Accent Expert: Erik SingerIn honor of The Roast of Tom Brady, we couldn't think of a better guest to have on this week than one of the stars of 80 for Brady, Dal himself, Matt Porter. We talk to Matt/Dal about American Idol, We Bought a Zoo, Magic, Captain Coconut, 1984, Garden State, The Truman Show, Clerks: The Play, Drive Shaft, and the lessons learned from accent expert Erik Singer. Follow Matt on Instagram @mrmattporter, and listen/follow/rate/leave a review of Chompin' on Apple Pods and Spotify.
2024-05-061h 16Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 15 - Josh Uhler - Tin CupIt's bonus ep time here on Chompin' and who better to celebrate it with than a real-life brother, Josh Uhler. We talk to Josh about his time as a Disney Surfer, Fall Out Boy, Smule, the reality of vampires, Brink, the right way to see Titanic, Mr. Az and the wisdom of Tin Cup. Follow Josh @joshuauhler and listen/follow/rate/leave a review of Chompin' on Apple Pods and Spotify.
2024-05-021h 02Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 14 - Erika Sanchez - That's So RavenIf you can gaze into the future, you might think this podcast would be a breeze, and you would be right because our guest this week is our friend Erika Sanchez! We talk about iPods, Pumpkin v. New York, Billy Joel, Salomé, Mary J. Blige, Middle Children, Edward Norton, Amy Winehouse and the power of That's So Raven. Follow Erika on instagram @erika.sanchez.period and listen/rate/follow/subscribe to Chompin' on Spotify and Apple Pods, and as always...tell an aunt.
2024-04-291h 16Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 13 - Maggie Lee - We Are the Best!We are thrilled to have our friend Maggie Lee on the pod this week for several reasons, the main one being that They Are the Best! We talk to Maggie about Shania Twain, Pen15, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ghost World, Dua Lipa, Sunken Rooms, Motion City Soundtrack, Laurel from The Challenge, and how much we all love We Are the Best! Follow Maggie on IG @margauxlee and listen/rate/follow Chompin' on Apple Pods & Spotify.
2024-04-221h 13Chompin’ with Sophie and JessEpisode 12 - Anisha Jagannathan - NLT - That GirlOur guest is week, Anisha Jagannathan, is Not Like Them, she is THAT GIRL. We talk with our friend about Twilight, Langston Hughes, Below Deck, Trader Joe's Frozen Vegetable Medley (RIP), The Traveling Wilburys, and Veep fan fiction, all before we dive into the deep end with the video for NLT's smash hit (to her) THAT GIRL. Follow Anisha on instagram @anishasprinkles and in case you want to watch the video we discuss, here the link.
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The Creative Drift5: Holistic Living and Becoming a Content Creator with DelaneyWe all know how valuable our health is, and especially if you run your own business, you’ll want to ensure you’re able to feel your best every day so that you can show up in the right way for yourself, your business and your clients. There are so many different avenues of health that you can explore, and as today’s guest shares, “if something inspires you, that’s what you should do first”. From fitness, nutrition and slow living to probiotics, supplements and hormone regulation, today’s conversation really covers a wide range of holistic health topics so you’...2023-10-1156 min
Self Esteem PartySophie DelaneyAlana and her guest Sophie Delaney talk about transitioning, getting to know oneself and a potential post podcast hang!
Producer/roommate/husband Norm Sousa finally feels okay but will it last? NEVER!
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Those Who AuntSomebody and Someone Else with Jess Uhler and Sophie DelaneyPat and Mags smell what Kitty Kat and Birdie are selling this week and our chat includes the bee B story, Footsie, new coffin smell, #alsome, rock soap, Richard Gere impersonators, 2 Rues, medical estate sales and inching towards the pole. TW: something about nomads?
Aunt Pat - Colleen Doyle
Auntie Mags - Dana Quercioli
Aunt Birdie - Sophie Delaney
Aunt Kitty Kat - Jess Uhler
Outro - Deb Duncan
Artwork - Jordan Stafford
Mauntra - Carol Doyle
Editor - Colleen Doyle
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The Kent Beagle Mind SummitEpisode 33: Relationships are the Thing with Donna & Kay (Sophie Delaney & Jessica Uhler)Donna and Kay are two people I met while on a ropes course a few months back. They are relationship experts and writers (just like me). They brought it! Follow Sophie Delaney on social media: Instagram Twitter Follow Jessica Uhler on social media: Instagram Follow Kent on social media: Instagram Twitter This is an Audio Wool Original, produced by Byron McKoy. 2022-06-2938 min
What's Up Doc: The True Crime Documentary PodcastWhat's Up Doc: Sophie: A Murder in West Cork / Murder at the CottageOn the 23rd of December 1996, the first murder in living memory occurred in West Cork, Ireland. The body of French documentary maker, Sophie Toscan du Plantier was found, beaten beyond recognition and so began a murder mystery that would span 25 years. Join host Gemma Delaney, and special guest Sinead McHugh from Mens Rea Podcast, to dissect the two new true crime documentaries on the gripping case.2021-07-091h 45